Nonfiction1. Reef, Catherine. Jane Austen: A Life Revealed.Grades 7 & up"Reef beefs up what little is known about Jane Austen's life by blending in social history and substantial dexcriptions of her novels."SLJ Review, 20112. Smith, Sharon. The Young Activist's Guide to Building a Green Movement and Changing the World.Grades 7 & up"Many green guides focus on the small things that people can do to help the environment, but this title takes a different approach. ...The author provides a how-to guide for initiating grassroots change on a large scale. ...In addition, stories of youth "eco-heroes" are spotlighted throughout the text, providing inspiration and evidence of successful student activism. Charts, sidebars, photos of the Brower Youth Award winners, and special features add visual interest. A must have for any student interested in green issues."SLJ Review, 2011.3. Nardo, Don. Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire.Grades 5-9" Temujin has a role in our cultural imagination as the ruthless leader of sweeping Mongolian hordes. ...Nardo paints a sophisticated picture of a man who united several nomadic clans and then went on to found history's largest empire. Starting with his early childhood and ending with the death of his grandson, Kublai Khan, the book focuses on Genghis Khan's empire building and leadership, including his code laws and justice. ...Several detailed examples are given of Genghis Khan's bravery, ingenuity, and compassion, drawing readers in and showing more depth to the man than they may be used to."SLJ Review, 2011.